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Baddeleyite and Marcasite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.04.80-4.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
{010} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Marcasite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Baddeleyite and Marcasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Marcasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 4.80-4.90 whereas that of Marcasite is 4.80-4.90.